October is German-American Heritage Month. This month celebrates the settlement of Germantown, Pennsylvania, a German American settlement, in 1683. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
DESE is hosting a Family Mental Health Night on Wednesday, October 19 from 6-7pm. The event will be held virtually through this link: bit.ly/ADE-Family
Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining an informative
event for parents and educators. Tune in to ask questions of leading psychologist Dr. Sufna John and learn about free resources.
October is National Principal Month. Tracy Allen is the principal of SYLVAN HILLS HIGH.
Fun Fact: I am a former state champion basketball coach at Mills University Studies High School. We beat Sylvan Hills High in the 2004 state title game.
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October is National Principal Month. Yolanda Thomas is the principal of PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I'm an avid naturalist & sportswoman. I'm in my element when I can ride my four-wheeler, garden, fish, or horseback with my spouse!.
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This is Earth Science Week! This year's theme is "Earth Science for a Sustainable World" to help people understand the role Earth science has in maintaining and supporting life on this planet. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is National School Lunch Week. This week we celebrate the PCSSD Student Nutrition department and recognize the importance of school lunches to provide nutritious offerings for our students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Red Ribbon Week at Lawson Elementary is just around the corner! Be prepared for daily themes to celebrate the week of October 24 - 28.
•Monday, October 24 - "Say Peace Out to Drugs!" Wear neon or tie-dyed color clothing.
•Tuesday, October 25 - "Wacky Tacky Tuesday / Don't Get Mixed Up in Drugs!" Wear your craziest, mixed-up outfit.
•Wednesday, October 26 - "Team Up Against Drugs!" Wear your favorite team jersey or colors.
•Thursday, October 27 - "Be a JEANous and Say No to Drugs!" Wear jeans.
•Friday, October 28 - "Say Goodnight to Drugs!" Wear school-appropriate pajamas.
Let's have fun and celebrate Red Ribbon Week!
October is National Principal Month. Zondria Campbell is the principal of JOE T. ROBINSON MIDDLE.
Fun Fact: I love home interior design. I would love to flip houses and decorate.
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Today is World Mental Health Day. The World Health Organization estimates one in eight people globally live with a mental disorder. The year's theme is Making Mental Health & Well-Being for All a Global Priority. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Lawson Elementary is hosting a Hispanic Heritage celebration event on Tuesday, October 18 from 5-6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the school located at 19901 Lawson Road. There will be entertainment, food, kids' activities and horses! We'll even have a special performance from Balet Folklorico de Mexico. We hope to see you there!
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. JOE T. ROBINSON's London Patterson says, "Bullying can change how a person feels about themselves, the way they react in situations, and even their futures."
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October is National Principal Month. Dr. Valencia Essel is the principal of BAKER ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I am introverted and need time to recharge. After particularly long days, I retreat home to watch true crime shows under my weighted blanket.
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October is National Principal Month. Erikka Johnson is the principal of HARRIS ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I write and record music! Being an educator and singing/music are my dual passions!
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October is National Principal Month. Stacy Bottoms is the principal of CATO ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I am an identical twin and graduated from Sylvan Hills High School. I was also a competitive swimmer.
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. The International Dyslexia Association reports that up to 20% of the population may have symptoms of dyslexia, including slow or inaccurate reading, weak spelling, and poor writing. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This month we raise awareness about the abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome. This holiday has been celebrated since the 1980s. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Mike Hudgeons is the principal of SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE.
Fun Fact: I was valedictorian of my high school class with a 4.0 gpa. I wrote my speech in In School Suspension where I spent my last 3 days of school.
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It's another Football Friday in PCSSD! We've got great matchups tonight, including another in-district match between ROBINSON and MAUMELLE HIGH. Come out and support your schools! You can also tune in live: www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network
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Today is National Coaches Day and we are sending a big thank you to all of the athletic AND instructional coaches across PCSSD! They are all dedicated to building well rounded students inside and out of the classroom. We appreciate you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is Filipino American History Month. Recognition of this month was first officially recognized by Congress in 2009, and the month of October was selected to commemorate the first Filipinos coming to America in October 1587. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
